Wellness & Sport

Sport

Monaco, invigorating and relaxing

Sun, sea and mountains, relaxing in the Principality is a true pleasure.As much for practicing sport as for a fitness break, the many suitable facilities and beauty institutes available in Monaco, will meet all your requirements. In addition, many sporting events can be followed throughout the year in the Principality.

Nothing is more calming than the Mediterranean Sea sparkling at the foot of the Rock. Under the Cote d’Azur sun you can indulge yourself in the pleasure of the sea and lounge on the Larvotto beaches; or alternatively luxuriate in the outdoor swimming pool with a view overlooking the port or even the many he... »Read more

Nothing is more calming than the Mediterranean Sea sparkling at the foot of the Rock. Under the Cote d’Azur sun you can indulge yourself in the pleasure of the sea and lounge on the Larvotto beaches; or alternatively luxuriate in the outdoor swimming pool with a view overlooking the port or even the many heated swimming pools available in the hotels.

It’s a real treat to revitalise yourself in Monte-Carlo.

The Thermes Marins de Monte-Carlo,2, Avenue d’Ostende, comes from a long bathing tradition, offering a new lifestyle in an exceptional 6,600 m2 establishment, with a sea water swimming pool and a fitness room.

This centre brings together a blend of Mediterranean gentleness drawn from the roots of Monte-Carlo and oriental wisdom learnt from ancestral China offering fascia therapy, shiatsu, reflexology, physiotherapy or sophrology.

Détente Relax after the stress of the day at the Hotel Métropole Monte-Carlo, 4 avenue de la Madonne.

A true haven of peace. A new specific concept created by ESPA, which offers a variety of personalised consultations dedicated to relaxation and well being, a unique décor and exceptional service over three floors.

1,000m2 – 13 treatment rooms and VIP suites

Temperature experience spaces with saunas and Turkish baths

Relaxation room

Fitness centre open 24 hours for hotel guests only

Outdoor heated sea water swimming pool

Relaxing sun terrace

Experience and regularly trained personnel. More than 30 people at your service

The Spa du Monte-Carlo Beach has drawn inspiration from the inherent harmony in the architecture and ambiance of the Monte-Carlo Beach itself. Open 1st April to 30 October every day except Tuesday: 10am to 7pm July / August: every day 10am to 8pm

There are two ways of discovering the rich secrets of the Monaco sea bed: dive with the Club d'Exploration Sous-Marine de Monaco (Underwater Exploration Club) (Tel : + 377 92 05 91 78) ; or take part in a boat excursion to discover whales, sperm whales and dolphins, a few nautical miles from the coast with Méditerranéeonline (Tel : + 33 4 93 78 48 12) ;

Thanks to its daily sunshine, outdoor sports are extremely favoured in the Principality.

Looking to hit a few balls? Play tennis, in the unique setting of the Monte Carlo Country Club (Read more), with its 23 tennis courts including 21 in clay, the same place where the greatest champions begin the tournament season. (tel. : + 33 4 93 41 30 15) or try t he Tennis Club de Monaco Tel. : + 377 93 30 01 02

Go for a run on the 1.4 km soft track above the Avenue Princesse Grace with panoramic views over the coast or on the 2.5 km health track tucked away in a 6,600-square-metre olive grove by the Exotic Garden, with 20 fitness stations. Both are free of charge and open daily.

The Via Alpina taking advantage of existing footpaths, links the Principality of Monaco to the Italian city of Trieste. Follow this itinerary and you will travel through 8 countries around the Alps: France, Germany, Austria, Italy, Liechtenstein, Switzerland, Slovenia and the Principality of Monaco.
In Monegasque territory, departure and arrival are on the Palace Square. The path, clearly marked, continues through the Saint-Martin Gardens and down Avenue de Porte Neuve, across Place d'Armes towards the Exotic Garden. It then crosses into French territory in the direction of La Turbie. The trail has 8 stages in the Alpes Maritimes department, from the Col de la Lombarde to La Turbie. www.via-alpina.org

The mountains are only a short distance from the Principality, and in the winter, a two-hour drive makes it possible to ski in the nearby French resorts: Peira Cava (57 km), Gréolières (68 km), La Colmiane (89 km), Valberg (103 km), Isola 2000 (110 km) and Auron (116 km); or in the nearby Italian resorts of Limone (82 km) and Monesi (123 km).

Motor sports rule in the Principality thanks to the Monaco Automobile Club. www.acm.mc
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Motor sports rule in the Principality thanks to the Monaco Automobile Club. www.acm.mc

In January, the Rallye Monte-Carlo is held on the roads of the Alps. Such a long road travelled since 1911! Nowadays, the performances of rally cars are astonishing and the perfect racing conditions have turned this event into a mythical competition, part of the world championship.Cars driven on the roads between 1955 and 1977 take part in the Monte Carlo Historic Rally.All the stages of this rally call for precision and regularity.

The Monaco Formula 1 Grand Prix needs no introduction ! Every year, for four days in May, the eyes of the world turn to the Principality to witness its transformation, from a town to a racetrack.

A trip back to the golden age of motor racing, the Monaco Historic Grand Prix , is held every other year in May, on the track of the famous Grand Prix itself, with cars produced between 1934 and 1979. The smell of paraffin wax, leather helmets, polished chromes, the race is always a splendid show!

The Monte Carlo Tennis Masters Series was held for the first time in the Principality of Monaco in 1897! Albeit exclusive, this now traditional meet is a landmark in the history of international tennis. Every year in April, the best players in the world come to serve, lob, smash, and use their best shots on the Central Court and the Princes' Court of the Monte-Carlo Country Club. A bouncing display!

In spring, the Monte-Carlo International Show Jumping brings together the best horse riders who compete on the smallest obstacle course in the world. At the same time as this competition, equestrian shows are organised.Swimmers from around the world come together every June in Monaco to participate in the International Swimming Meeting, one of the stages in the "Mare Nostrum" Trophy.

Herculis is now rated the 2nd most important international athletics meeting of the year and thousands of spectators come to witness the performances of athletes from around the world. In the Louis II Stadium, the athletes compete in the heat of July.

The Louis II Stadium is a regular venue for international football matches, thanks to the Sporting Association of Monaco. Our football team has been playing the best teams in the world since 1924.